Joanna Kurtz, an Amish twenty-four year old, has been a bridesmaid three times, and is still single herself. Although love didn't find her at a younger age, she does find a dreamy romance with a young Amish man while they were both at Virginia Beach. They seem united from the very beginning but he is from another state. They write letters to each other and both hope for marriage in their future. But his father needs Eban to run the farm when he retires, and Joanna is expected to stay in her community.
Troubles arise from many different angles. Joanna has a secret passion that her Preacher disagrees with. The relationship between her and her sister has grown apart. The fact that things are looking bleak for her future with Eban causes even more heartache.
Eban's relationship with his brother has been strained for many years. The uncertainty of his brother taking over the farm changes and it becomes clear that those responsibilities will rest on Eban's shoulders. He wants to give Joanna everything she deserves, but is it in his power?
I enjoyed reading this book. It didn't take long to go from cover to cover. The romance between Eban and Joanna is so sweet and strong and pure you want to cheer for them and encourage them to persevere and keep hope.
Beverly Lewis has done another beautiful job of painting the Amish community, from the characters to the scenery and surrounding fields. She draws you in and the characters become friends.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It is a beautiful story of love between man and woman, between siblings and even son or daughter and parent.
I received a complimentary sample of this book from Bethany House Publishers, in exchange for an honest review. This has not biased my opinion on the book, nor on the author. For more of my reviews go to http://www.TMWoodsBooks.com/blog, or connect with me on Twitter @TMWoodsBooks or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TMWoodsBooks
